Publisher's Synopsis
Nomads and Commissars: Mongolia Revisited is a book written by Owen Lattimore, an American scholar and expert on Central Asia. The book is a memoir of Lattimore's travels in Mongolia during the early 1920s and his return to the country in the 1960s. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social changes that took place in Mongolia during this period, from the country's transition from a traditional nomadic society to a socialist state under Soviet influence. Lattimore also explores the impact of these changes on the lives of the Mongolian people, particularly the nomadic herders who make up the majority of the population.Through his personal experiences and observations, Lattimore paints a vivid picture of the landscape, culture, and people of Mongolia. He also delves into the history of the country, from the rise of Genghis Khan to the modern era, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities facing Mongolia as it navigates its place in the world.Overall, Nomads and Commissars: Mongolia Revisited is a fascinating and insightful look at a country and people undergoing profound change, written by one of the foremost experts on the region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
